EMALAHLENI

PROTEA HOTEL

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Protea Hotel Witbank is one of the trendiest hotels in Witbank, eMalahleni.

Our accommodation is centrally located within an hour’s drive from Pretoria and Johannesburg.

If you are looking for some adventure, fun and excitement, look no further. Local attractions in the Witbank area include Tandem Skydiving, Bird-watching, hiking trails, the Witbank Golf club and The Ridge Casino.

Protea Hotel Witbank is the ideal accommodation for guests attending local events such as The Witbank Show, eMalahleni Spring Splash and the Senior Pro-Am Golf Tournament.

SOUTHERN SUN THE RIDGE

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Protea Hotel Witbank is one of the trendiest hotels in Witbank, eMalahleni.

Our accommodation is centrally located within an hour’s drive from Pretoria and Johannesburg.

If you are looking for some adventure, fun and excitement, look no further. Local attractions in the Witbank area include Tandem Skydiving, Bird-watching, hiking trails, the Witbank Golf club and The Ridge Casino.

Protea Hotel Witbank is the ideal accommodation for guests attending local events such as The Witbank Show, eMalahleni Spring Splash and the Senior Pro-Am Golf Tournament.

BIG 5 GUEST HOUSE

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The Big 5 Guest House is a 4 star and AA Highly Recommended establishment, ideal for the private and corporate market. We strive to create a home away from home atmosphere, with high standards and warm hospitality.

Big5 is two beautiful residences offering various executive and luxurious suites.There is an African theme throughout the guest house with a restful ambience which provides a welcoming retreat for business traveller.

Feel free to enjoy our private swimming pool, as well as our luscious garden. We are situated close to all amenities such as Restaurants, Banks, Various Malls, Cinemas and a Casino.

STILFONTEIN

BED STOP

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N12 - Stilfontein , we make the ideal accommodation option for your visit for study , business or sports activities . Within easy reaches of Potchefstroom NWU campus , Klerksdorp and its business centers as well Orkney with the surrounding mines.

BED STOP is ideal location for travel to and from JHB.

Stilfontein is known for its hospitality and excellent sports facilities, and hosts the annual Rose Festival in the spring when the famous Stilfontein roses bloom

HARTBEESFONTEIN

Prima Rosa Guest House

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Tucked away along the treasure route, Prima Rosa offers elegant accommodation in the small historical town of Hartbeesfontein.

Four beautifully furnished bedrooms, each presenting its own Old World charms and unique artwork, assures guest a comfortable nights rest

Established in 1903 accommodation is well loved and lived in, old books set the tone as you stroll through the passage way and a handsome dining room speaks of many merry occasions. There is an artist in residence and their work can be viewed in the gallery

BLOEMHOF

WhyNot Guest Lodge

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We have a wide range of accommodation from standard chalet’s, Self catering chalet’s, Superior Suites, Back Packers Chalet’s and Honeymoon Suite

Our a-la-carte restaurant is fully licensed and is able to cater to any preference, as well as take-away meals

We have a pub on premises with pool tables, a big screen, lazer lighting and a sound system. We provide opportunities for self catering at our build-in braai area or assist with pub lunches/orders from the restaurant

The Lapa with boma/braai-units and swimming pool are the main attraction for the young and the young at heart.
The trampoline, sandpit and jungle gym keeps the youngsters occupied. We are also situated within the vicinity of many great fishing and hunting destinations

CHRISTIANA

Aquila Guest House

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Aquila is a Guest House and Bed and Breakfast. We are 120 km away from Kimberly. The Guesthouse has a view over the river. Sit outside our Guest House and our friendly staff will pamper you. Full bar for your full night caps and sundowners

BRITSTOWN

TRANSKAROO COUNTRY LODGE

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This boutique hotel, where only our hospitality exceeds the region’s tranquillity and wide open spaces, has made a name for itself over the course of more than a century of service

Britstown, the town we call home, is conveniently located at the cross-roads of two national roads, with De Aar as the nearest major centre

With just about a hundred years of heritage and history under the lodge's belt, you can be certain that at the Transkaroo Country Lodge, it's remarkably welcoming staff will do everything in their power to make your stay a unforgettable and relaxing one

VICTORIA WEST

DIE POPHUIS HOEKIE SELF-CATERING

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Die Pophuis Hoekie is an owner managed cluster of restored Karoo cottages, all enwalled and brightly lit up at night, with ample safe parking and plenty of space to stretch your legs after a long journey.

All our cottages are self-catering accommodation, each its own entrance with ornamental vine pergola providing the necessary shade in summer and ample sun in winter. Each cottage also has braai facilities.

We are pet friendly and we have a delightful splashpool to cool down during the hot summer months

VICTORIA WEST

DESTINATION X

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Destination X is one of the most sought after fly-fishing destinations in the Northern Cape, as it calls a large stretch of the Vaal River home.

Renowned as a yellow fish conservation area, where only catch and release is permitted, we cater for the keenest beginners to the professional fly fisher.

Offering both self-catering and fully inclusive rates, accommodation ranges from wooden chalets to rustic rooms, set along the river front. This rushing river has the most incredible rapids, that erupt downstream to a quaint waterfall that very few know about.

Come, stay and experience. Bring along your canoe, fly-rod or camera, as we will take you on an epic adventure that is arguably a once in a lifetime experience.

EMALAHLENI

THE BUFFALO GORGE ECO ADVENTURE CENTER

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The Buffalo Gorge hiking trail offers 4 trails namely the white, orange, yellow and blue trails. More than 80 different species of magnificent trees can be spotted.

The white trail covers a distance of 12-15 km and offers you an awesome opportunity to explore the different eco zones on the farm.

The trail cuts through part of the lush indigenous forest, past fascinating rock formations and across several shimmering streams. The trail also leads to the edge of a deep gorge known as Adventure Valley.

JOHANNESBURG

JHB LION PARK

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Nowhere can you get closer to a pride of Lions and other animals and still be completely safe. See the animals up close in all the activities that the Lion Park offers, whether you go on a self-drive tour, guided tour or in the new electric silent vehicle – we guarantee that you will get super close to the animals, not to mention special tours like the amazing cheetah walk and the exclusive mesmerising lion tour guided by world renowned animal behaviourist, Alex Larenty.

Amazing photo opportunities await around every corner in the park, share your memories with friends and family by having your photos taken professionally by our photographers.

Tented Accommodation - Experience an overnight stay in one of our large semi-luxury, 5-sleeper air-conditioned safari tents. The Wild Side Tented Camp consists of four safari tents overlooking the Lion Park plains game area. Enjoy a sundowner watching the peaceful scene of springbuck, blesbuck and others grazing on your doorstep. Fall asleep with the mighty roars from the lion camps that will make your stay a delight with true African sounds in the background.

Each tent is en suite, fully equipped with linen and towels, microwave, bar fridge and has a braai area. Breakfast is available on request at the restaurant between 08h30 and 10h30.

Breakfast is included. The casino has slot machines and poker tables. Facilities include an outdoor pool, spa treatments and shopping, and on-site restaurants offer international options and fast food. There's also live entertainment, a movie theatre and a cigar lounge.

FOCHVILLE

KRAALKOP NATURE RESERVE

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The Kraalkop Nature Reserve is situated between Carletonville and Fochville and approximately 75Km from Johannesburg (45 minute drive) on the N12 Highway

AngloGold Ashanti Ltd. owns the Kraalkop Game Lodge.

It occupies 700 ha in the Rocky Highveld Grassland, and is situated adjacent to the N12 main route towards Potchefstroom, in close proximity to the West Rand and Gauteng. The park can accommodate 26 visitors at the five different thatched chalets, hunter's camp and tent camp.

We also cater for small conference groups (of up to 20 delegates). The park offers two hiking trails; a short trail of 3km and a longer one of 10km, on which you may encounter wildebeest, zebra, nyala, impala, mountain reedbuck, red hartebeest, springbuck and several other antelope.

POTCHEFSTROOM

OPM PROZESKY BIRD SANCTUARY

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Alongside the Mooi River in Potchefstroom you will find the 70 hectare OPM Prozesky Bird Sanctuary. Bird lovers from all over the world flock here to view a variety of outstanding species.

Many hides are strategically dotted around allowing you a great spot to view these magnificent birds in their natural habitat. Bridges and paths are looked after and allow you easy access on foot through the sanctuary to various look out spots.

STILFONTEIN

RIO CASINO

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Inspired by the passion, vibrance and colour of the Carnival in Rio de Janeiro, Rio Hotel, Casino and Convention Resort shines brightly in Klerksdorp along the N12 in the North West province of South Africa.This glitzy resort beckons you to join in the extravagant celebrations.

KLERKSDORP

OELIES PUB AND GRUB

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Oelie's Pub and Grub is the quintessential neighbourhood pub, with the addition of a sport’s watching area, big hearty meals, and DJ’s playing dance music from 9pm, from Tuesdays to Saturdays. The atmosphere buzzes with friends meeting up, and travellers enjoying a delicious burger and a cold beer.

The pub really comes alive after the DJ takes control of the beats and gets everyone on their feet! Described as the friendliest bar in Klerksdorp, it’s the perfect place for the weary traveller looking for a place to kick back. Come hungry, because the portions are generous and usually served with chips, although lighter meals are available for those saving themselves for the dance floor.

WOLMARANSSTAD

DROSTDY VILLAGE

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The original buildings were built in the 1800's and were used as the Residence of the Magistrate in Wolmaransstad.

During the Anglo- Boer war the buildings were burnt down. After the war the buildings were rebuilt and used as the Drostdy until the late 1980's.

The Building was uninhabited for approximately 15 years and was left in ruins and a lurking place for loiterers.

After 15 years of negotiating, Gert and Wilna bought the premises on 1999 and started restoration immediately. In 2000 the goods sheds of the railway station and other buildings were bought from Spoornet. All the buildings were demolished and rebuilt as the Old Drostdy.

BLOEMHOF

BLOEMHOF DAM

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The Bloemhof Dam Nature Reserve, in the North West province, has the large Bloemhof Dam as its principle attraction. The extent of the dam within the reserve is around 13 000-hectares and, depending on the water levels, offers outstanding angling to complement the reserve’s bird and game viewing.

The Bloemhof Dam Nature Reserve centres on the Bloemhof Dam, one of the largest dams in South Africa. Situated on the lower region of the Vaal River, the dam not only supplies industry and agriculture, but is also an important recreational resource for the North West and Free State provinces.

Despite wildlife populations that include black and white rhinoceros, large herds of eland, oryx, springbuck, black wildebeest and small predators, angling is by far this North West nature reserve’s most popular activity, followed by bird watching.

The reserve has over 250 species of bird, and is especially good for spotting herons, storks, geese, ducks and cormorants. Seasonal migrants include flamingos, terns and teal.

KIMBERLEY

THE BIG HOLE

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One of Kimberley’s major attractions, the Big Hole and Kimberley Mine Museum, was once a flat-topped hill and is now an awesome hole - the largest hand-dug excavation in the world - dug by picks, shovels and sheer determination, measuring 215 metres deep with a surface area of some 17 hectares and a perimeter of 1,6 km.

The Kimberley Mine site started on or about 16 July 1871 and by 14 August 1914 all mining activities ceased. By that time it had yielded 2 722 kilograms of diamonds extracted from 22,5 million tons of excavated earth. Today the Big Hole is surrounded by original old buildings from days gone by, relocated from their earlier sites to form a magnificent open air museum.

HOPETOWN

MOKALA SANParks

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Mokala is SANParks’ newest park. It is situated approximately 70km south-southwest of Kimberley, and west of the N12 freeway to Cape Town. Nestled in the hills, Mokala's landscape boasts a variety of koppieveld (hills) and large open plains.

The isolated dolerite hills give the place a calming feeling of seclusion. A big surprise awaits you when you pass through the hills and are confronted by the large open sandy plains towards the north and west of the Park. Drainage lines from the hills form little tributaries that run into the plains and drain into the Riet River.

STRYDENBURG

REFORMED CHURCH

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Visit a National Monument built in 1897. The Reformed Church in Strydenburg (the town of strife) was started by a small group of parishioners who broke away from the Dutch Reformed Church in 1897. They founded their own church 50m away from the Dutch Reformed Church, and later they joined the Reformed Church.

BRITSTOWN

BRITSTOWN MUSEUM

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Britstown is a small farming town situated in the Northern Cape province of South Africa. The town is named after Hans Brits who settled here after he accompanied David Livingstone on a venture into the interior. Hans Brits then settled on a farm he named Gemsbokfontein, which is where Britstown now stands.

Soon after the discovery of diamonds at Hopetown and Kimberley, Brits realised that he and his neighbours could earn good money serving the growing traffic along the Diamond Way. So Brits arranged for a town to be laid out on a portion of his farm. As a tribute to him it was named Britstown.

The traveller interested in the history of the town will find the Britstown Museum at the old Holy Trinity Church in Market Street appealing.

WARRENTON

VAAL-HARTS DAM

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The rather stodgy name of Vaal-Harts Storage Weir may explain why the Vaal-harts Dam is not high on the agenda for visitors.

It is true that its sole purpose is to divert water from the Vaal River, after which it is named, to the Vaal-Harts government water scheme. The water scheme, though, is rather fascinating. It is the largest irrigation scheme in the country and waters the Vaalharts Valley, an oasis on the eastern edge of the otherwise arid Northern Cape where it borders with the North West province.

The valley has been termed the Garden in the Desert by some, an apt description given the feast of olive groves, stone fruit orchards, nut and citrus trees, grapes, cotton, wheat, maize, oats and potato crops that flourish thanks to the myriad concrete canals feeding the farms that have been in the valley since the depression of the early 1930s.

RITCHIE

BATTLE OF MAGERSFONTEIN

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The Battle of Magersfontein, just outside the Northern Cape town of Kimberley, took place during the second South African War on 11 December 1899. The Boers scored a decisive victory in what became known as Britain’s 'Black Week'. Visitors claim to hear a phantom Highland piper on moonlit nights.

During the second South African War, the Boers had besieged Kimberley and its 50 000 inhabitants since November 1899. Supplies were scarce in the diamond-mining town and relief was imperative.

The British public and press were demanding action. British forces advanced north along the railway line in an attempt to relieve Kimberley, but a Boer force was in their way at Magersfontein.

BEAUFORT WEST

KAROO NATIONAL PARK

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The Great Karoo is a vast and unforgiving landscape of which the Karoo National Park is but a small portion. Being the largest ecosystem in South Africa, the Karoo is home to a fascinating diversity of life, all having adapted to survive in these harsh conditions. Karoo National Park is dominated by the lofty Nuweveld Mountains and rolling plains, where many species that originally occurred here now once again occupy their former ranges.

The Karoo National Park has a wide variety of endemic wildlife. Many species have been relocated to their former ranges - such as brown hyena, lion and Cape mountain zebra. Over 20 breeding pairs of Verreaux's eagle find sanctuary within the park. There is also a wide diversity of succulent plants and small reptiles.

DE RUST

DOMEIN DOORNKRAAL

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Domaein Doornkraal is situated in the shadow of the Swartberg mountains in the Karoo. The Le Roux family has been in the farming business for generations.

The estates basic philosophy is that wine is a gift from God that enhances life. Which means that wine was made for man and not the other way around. Make your way to this farm stall and wine tasting venue for a taste sensation.

GEORGE

CRADOCK PEAK TRAIL

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Feeling fit, energetic, enthusiastic and full of adventure? Great then get down to the Outeniqua Nature Reserve office which you will find at Witfontein near George, grab a permit and join the Cradock Peak trail.

This difficult trail is not for the faint hearted and should not be attempted by children or those who are not reasonably fit.

The trail is approximately 20km long and will take an physically fit, experienced hiker around seven hours to complete. Cradock Peak stands at 1579 meters high and is the highest in the area with extraordinary views.

BILLY G RESTAURANT EMALAHLENI

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Open every day from early until late, guests at Billy G Restaurant in Emalahleni (Witbank) can enjoy a variety of dishes for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Guests can enjoy a variety of hot and cold starters, main courses and desserts. From succulent cuts of meat at the carvery, to a variety of casseroles, curries and vegetarian offerings, seafood, pasta dishes, salads and tantalising desserts – there is something to suit every palate.

PAPA BOA PORTUGUESE RESTAURANT

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According to a ship mates diary that was discovered on a shipwreck, Bartolomeu was famous for standing up and shouting “Papa Boa” (Fabulous food) just before the crew were to indulge in his fabulous meals. These meals would become as legendary as the explorer himself and were enjoyed by all and sundry over the decades.

POTCHEFSTROOM

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SASOL POTCHEFSTROOM

Sasol is an international integrated energy and chemicals company that leverages the talent and expertise of our more than 31 000 people working in 37 countries. We develop and commercialise technologies, and build and operate world-scale facilities to produce a range of high-value product streams, including liquid fuels, chemicals and low-carbon electricity.

Sasol’s new value chain-based operating model came into effect this year. Towards this end, the Sasol Group is now organised into two upstream business units, three regional operating hubs, and four customer-facing strategic business units, supported by fit-for-purpose functions as reflected in our new Sasol website.

By combining the talent of our people and our technological advantage, Sasol has been a pioneer in innovation for over six decades. As market needs and stakeholder expectations have changed, so too have our methods, facilities and products, driving progress to deliver long-term shareholder value sustainably. The growth and enhancement of our foundation businesses in Southern Africa is complemented by the significant chapter of growth, Sasol has entered in its history.

At Sasol, we recognise the growing need for countries to secure supply of energy and chemicals. For many countries, specifically those with abundant hydrocarbons, in-country conversion of these resources into liquid fuels and chemicals goes a long way to boost national economies.

Sasol’s focused and strong project pipeline means we are actively capitalising on the growth opportunities that play to our strengths in Southern Africa and North America. Our focus is creating value sustainably and we are proud to be taking this company, to new frontiers.

Sasol was established in 1950 in South Africa and we remain one of the country’s largest investors in capital projects, skills development and technological research and development. The company is listed on the JSE in South Africa and on the New York Stock Exchange in the United States.